Light Code Blockv1.0.2
The "Light Code Block" plugin is the simplest and lightest plugin for inserting and displaying code.
Alternatives to ACE Editor for WP
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WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Add syntax highlighting to WordPress code editors using CodeMirror.js
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
Coywolf Code Block Enhancerv1.0.60
Syntax highlighting and a copy-to-clipboard button for the native WordPress Code block, plus a language picker in the editor sidebar.
Highlighting Code Blockv2.2.1
Add code block with syntax highlighting using prism.js. (Available for Gutenberg and Classic Editor)
Youbou Code Blockv1.0.1
Code block with syntax highlighting for gutenberg editor.
Syntax Highlight Nanov1.2.1
Adds modern syntax highlighting to WordPress's standard code block using the robust highlight.js library.
4WP Advanced Codev1.0.1
Enhanced Code block for Gutenberg with syntax highlighting, copy and share controls, and optional SoftwareSourceCode JSON-LD.
Djot Markupv1.5.18
Djot markup language support for WordPress. A modern, cleaner alternative to Markdown.
Extends the core Code block with language selection (Prism.js) and a configurable copy button.